Recalled OF Michael Cuddyer from Triple-A Rochester. Optioned LHP Carlos Pulido to Triple-A Rochester. Acquired LHP Jesse Orosco from the Yankees for a player to be named later. Designated 1B Todd Sears for assignment.

8/20/03

Placed RHP Rick Reed on the 15-day disabled list with a lower back strain. Optioned OF Michael Restovich to Triple-A Rochester. Announced that RHP James Baldwin elected free agency. Recalled C Rob Bowen and selected the contract of LHP Carlos Pulido from Triple-A Rochester.